An interesting site that chronicles the history of Faberge Eggs, the life of Peter Carl Faberge, and where his inspiration came from. Also provides background on the history of Nicholas II and his reign as the czar of Russia. Many...

Describes Hitler's military strategy during the invasion of Russia and the Battle of Stalingrad where the Germans suffered massive losses.

An article about one of Russia's steel mills that has, like many other industries in Russia, fallen on hard times in the new free-market economy.

Important events in Russian history from the year 1237 to the year 2007 are presented in timeline form.

An interesting article about the exploration and mapping of the Russian Arctic and the men who were involved. The mapping process evolved over several centuries.

This site provides a chronology of Russian Naval history. It discusses how it was established by Peter the Great and its role in the Great Northern War.

From cossacks to cowboys, this Library of Congress special online collection looks at American westward exploration and expansion, and Russia's eastward reach into and conquest of Siberia. Includes historical information and timelines,...

Scientists from the University of Arizona are conducting Y chromosome research on native Siberians to try to determine whether there is a genetic affinity to North American native people. The rationale and direction of this research are...

Access the full inventory of Russian icons, including works from the Byzantine period, housed in the collections of the British Museum. Includes an introduction to the collection, notes on the history and meaning of icons in Russian art,...

Listed as one of the 300 women who changed the world, Catherine the Great led Russia into participation in cultural and political life of Europe.

A module where students analyze how the author uses text structure to emphasize key points or explanations in order to achieve the purpose for writing or point of view.

Explains and details the events that led up to and followed the downfall of Communism in Eastern Europe. Very thorough and detailed, including information about leaders, movements, and historical information.

This sums up the ideas of containment. It is a telegram that was widely published.

In the late 1800's and most of the 1900's countries made many efforts to help Jews in the Soviet Union gain freedom to practice their faith. Countries such as the United States and Israel offered exile to many Jews to escape the...

Fly through history with a flick of the wrist! The chronology of Russia, Poland, The Balkans, and the rest of Eastern Europe is provided beginning with the Slavic Origins to the present day.

Learn about the culture of the Tuva people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.

Learn about the culture of the Tofalar people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.

Learn about the culture of the Udmurt people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.

Learn about the culture of the Yukagir people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.

Learn about the culture of the Yakut people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.

Learn about the culture of the Volga Tatars people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.

Learn about the culture of the Mansi people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.

Learn about the culture of the Karaite people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.

Learn about the culture of the Itelmen people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.